December 12, 2010

Return Home – Good News and Bad News




We got back home safely on Friday from our trip to Seagrove, Colonial Williamsburg, and Mount Vernon. That’s the good news.

The bad news is that my 3-month old red Outback didn’t fare too well. While going 70 mph, it had a tangle with a Virginia interstate guard rail. The guard rail won. We weren’t injured and no other vehicles were involved, thankfully. My car is torn up and crushed from the front bumper to the back bumper on the drivers’ side. Hubby was driving and still doesn’t understand how it happened. He felt the steering wheel pull to the left, but we don’t know if it was weather conditions (blowing snow and wind) or the roadway that caused it. I was reading and abruptly heard the terrible crunching sound. The doors don’t close well and some of the interior frame is dented too. But we were able to drive it home.

So our Christmas vacation ended on a sad and upsetting note. We’re just counting our blessings because we could have easily been severely injured or killed. Material possessions such as a car can be replaced or fixed. The important thing is that we are okay physically. Mentally, it’s going to take a while to get over the fright!

I already have filed a claim with my insurance company and I’ll be dropping little miss red off at a body shop tomorrow morning. I hope that it can be fixed up. If not, I’ll get another one later on.

It’s going to take me a bit to get some vacation and Christmas pictures pulled together for you. We have the usual after-vacation frenzy of tasks to complete: unpacking, mail sorting, laundry, grocery shopping, and digital downloading. We unwrapped all of the Seagrove pottery pieces earlier this afternoon and none of it got damaged in the accident. We got some really pretty keepsakes! Yes, yes, I’ll be taking pictures of those too. Ah, my to-do list is pretty long this week. I’m glad I got the decorating and Christmas cards done before we left home!

21 comments:

  1. Oh, thank the Good Lord ya'll are okay! I know that was frightening for both of you. ((((hugs))))

    I love that wreath! So pretty. Take care, and just do what you have to, please! :)

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  2. So sorry to hear about your Outback but at least neither one of you was hurt.
    I know how you feel because the car I have now I ended up hitting a deer 6 months after I got it. It caused over $10,000 worth of damage and it was fixed but I was just sick over it after it happened. It was right before Christmas that year too.

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  3. Thank God that someone else isn't posting for the two of you today. I am so sorry that it happened and so grateful that you're both okay. Some of these incidents defy explanation. You've got some good guard angels on the job. Let us know about your vehicle...methinks it'll mean some car shopping for you. Gentle hugs for you both...

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  4. So thankful neither of you were hurt! Also happy your treasures survived. Hope you can relax a bit when you get your to-do list done!

    Blessings!
    Nita Jo

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  5. Oh my goodnes! I'm glad that you were not hurt. Expressway accidents can be so scary!! Looking forward to seeing your pictures!

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  6. Oh Dear!!!! But yes it is just a car and coul've been worse.
    Hopefully Something good will be around the corner to help you forget it.
    I often find a bad is followed with a good.

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  7. Oh no!! I am so glad you both are okay! I bet you were shaking( I know I would have been) You're right, a car can be fixed or replaced! Take care!

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  8. Wow. Thank God you both are okay. It's a shame about the car, but as you said, it can be fixed or replaced. And, you were fortunate that you could drive home. We were stuck 675 miles from home in a very small, North Texas town without air, bus, or rent cars. It was a bit of a mess finding a rental. lol

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  9. OMGGGG!!! Thank God and your Angels that you weren't Hurt!!!! How frightening for you both! 'Ta Hell with the 'flippin Car! You're HOME safe and sound!!
    God Bless Us Each and Every One.....
    ((((HUG))))

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  10. Glad you're okay. Looking forward to your photos.

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  11. so sorry to hear that you went through that scare, but so glad that you both are okay!!!! upsetting, but could have been soooo much worse...good days ahead i pray!
    xoxo
    kimberly

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  12. Oh my friend I am so glad that you both are okay. Those kind of things are scary and unexpected. Like you said it's just a material thing and can be replaced.
    Can't wait to see your picture that are always completely wonderful.
    HUGS
    Kim

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  13. So glad you and hubby weren't hurt! And glad you are home. We will wait patiently for you to get back into your routine and ready to show us your fabulous pics!

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  14. Oh Donna. I can barely stand to think about what could have happened. Thank God, He placed special angels on the bumpers to protect my dear beloved friends! I am so sorry about your car but as you say, that can be fixed. I hope you'll be able to put this behind you and enjoy your Christmas to the fullest! I am praying for you and Mr. Jim!

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  15. Oh, dear! Praise the Lord you are both OK! Wintry weather driving is the worst....I just don't go far from home when we have had icy/snowy roads. So I am home a LOT during the Michigan winter months!!!

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  16. Just came back to say "Thanks" for visiting my blog and entering my Giveaway! My husband will be drawing the winner today! Good luck!

    Hope everything is back to normal, and that you will be able to enjoy your Christmas!

    Blessings!
    Nita Jo

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  17. Thank the Good Lord you are both ok! I know it must have given you a big fright! Merry Christmas my Tennessee friend!

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  18. Oh gosh, thank God you are both okay. You catch up slowly and enjoy the moments. :)

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  19. Sorry for the ending, Hon. But yes, it could have been so much worse!!!

    Hugs...

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  20. along with everyone else, sorry for the hassle, but so glad no injuries!!!!

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